What does the cryptic crossword clue "Conflict over medic getting award for contribution to operating theatre? (8)" mean?

The definition is "contribution to operating theatre?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). WAR (synonym="conflict") + DR (synonym="abbreviation for doctor = medic") + OBE (synonym="Order of the British Empire = award") = WARDROBE; definition: "contribution to operating theatre?" The answer is WARDROBE.

Conflict over medic getting award for contribution to operating theatre? (8)

Independent Cryptic #11684 | 17 Down | 2024-03-22 flower

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